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Sr. Director, Scientific Market Development

Fremont, California

At Alamar, we are passionate about enabling our customers to make scientific discoveries that translate into clinical outcomes and benefit patients. Our team is growing quickly as we develop innovative approaches to measure critical protein biomarkers from liquid samples that can enable the earliest possible detection of disease. We believe the next frontier in biology is enabled by measuring proteins at higher sensitivity in highly multiplexed assays at the push of a button, which is something only Alamar can do. As we build our team, we seek collaborative, driven, intellectually curious people committed to solving complex challenges. Our culture rewards accountability and cross functional teamwork because we believe this enables the kind of breakthrough thinking that will accelerate our mission.

The Senior Director of Scientific Market Development is a highly visible, strategic role responsible for shaping and driving market adoption of Alamar’s technology platforms across key disease areas and customer segments. This individual will bridge scientific expertise, commercial strategy, and ecosystem development to catalyze demand, unlock new markets, and position Alamar as the global leader in ultrasensitive proteomics.

The ideal candidate combines deep scientific credibility with strong business acumen, customer-facing experience, and a proven track record of launching transformational technologies in the life science tools, diagnostics, or proteomics markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  •  Market Strategy & Expansion
    • Lead market development strategy for priority disease areas (e.g., neurodegeneration, immunology, oncology, cardiometabolic disease, aging) informed by biomarker trends, clinical needs, and competitive landscapes.
    • Identify and quantify new applications, customer segments, and commercial opportunities to guide product prioritization and portfolio expansion.
    • Partner with Product Management to define use cases, workflows, panel requirements, and user needs for current and future NULISAseq™ assays.
  • Scientific Evangelism & Ecosystem Building
    • Serve as a scientific ambassador for Alamar—delivering high-impact presentations, keynote talks, webinars, and thought-leadership content.
    • Develop and nurture relationships with top KOLs, consortia, Centers of Excellence, biopharma translational teams, and service providers worldwide.
    • Lead scientific engagement programs such as the Argonaut Club, Voyager Summit, and disease-focused consortia (e.g., CAMPP, neurodegeneration networks).
    • Drive collaborative proof-of-concept studies, early access initiatives, and showcase publications to validate clinical and translational utility.
  •  Commercial Acceleration
    • Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, and Applications Support to translate scientific value propositions into strong commercial narratives and GTM strategies.
    • Structure and support large strategic accounts, multi-site biopharma partnerships, and multi-omics research collaborations.
    • Develop scientifically credible tools—white papers, application notes, workflows, competitive positioning, buyer’s guides—to accelerate customer adoption.
  •  Cross-Functional Leadership
    • Collaborate with R&D, Product Development, and Operations to ensure market needs are embedded in assay development and platform roadmaps.
    • Guide Marketing Communications in crafting compelling scientific content for digital campaigns, conferences, press releases, and ecosystem announcements.
    • Represent the voice of scientific customers across the organization; act as a key contributor to strategic planning and portfolio prioritization.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Ph.D. in Biology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Proteomics, or related field; or equivalent industry experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in life sciences, proteomics, diagnostics, or related fields, with a proven track record of success in commercial roles; with at least 5 years in market development, scientific affairs, product marketing, or customer-facing commercial roles.
  • Deep understanding of translational research, biomarker discovery, assay development, and/or ultra-sensitive detection technologies.
  • Proven ability to build strong relationships with senior scientific leaders, build KOL networks, and influence scientific consensus.
  • Demonstrated success driving adoption of complex technological platforms in early and growth-stage markets.
  • Exceptional communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation—with the ability to translate complex science into compelling storytelling.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% within and outside the region as needed.

Preferred:

  • Direct experience with high-plex immunoassays, NGS-based proteomics, or related multi-omics platforms.
  • Strong network within neurodegeneration, immunology, oncology, or cardiometabolic research communities.
  • Experience supporting global biopharma and large academic consortia.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and work cross-functionally with diverse stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring

  • A passion for unlocking biology at its deepest level and transforming healthcare through proteomics.
  • A strategic mindset with a bias toward action and measurable outcomes.
  • Scientific gravitas combined with commercial intuition.
  • The ability to inspire, influence, and build community across the global scientific landscape.

Why Join Alamar

  • Work at the forefront of the proteomics revolution.
  • Shape the future of ultra-sensitive, NGS-enabled biomarker discovery and diagnostics.
  • Partner with world-leading scientific institutions and biopharma organizations.
  • Be part of a mission-driven team building a platform that will impact millions of lives

The base salary range for this full-time position is $250,000 - $270,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The ranges displayed on each job posting reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries but are subject to change if the leveling of the role is adjusted. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. 

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